Zenkaikon
@zenkaikon.com
The OFFICIAL Bluesky account of Zenkaikon! Join us at the Lancaster County Convention Center on March 20-22, 2026 for anime, comics, games, sci-fi, & fandom!
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Did you know? Zenkaikon 2017 was our fifth year in Lancaster, and we raised money for Ocean Conservancy. Guests Steve Blum and Mary Elizabeth McGlynn held an amazing duo panel on Cowboy Bebop, and this was our first year to have Carolina Manga Library! #20thanniversary #zenkaikon
January 8, 2026 at 6:02 PM
Did you know? Zenkaikon 2017 was our fifth year in Lancaster, and we raised money for Ocean Conservancy. Guests Steve Blum and Mary Elizabeth McGlynn held an amazing duo panel on Cowboy Bebop, and this was our first year to have Carolina Manga Library! #20thanniversary #zenkaikon
Let’s celebrate Cosplay with Octavia’s first Pattern Magic of Cosplay! We are bringing the idea of the “Single Pattern Contest” from CostumeCon to Zenkaikon! The person takes a commercial pattern listed below and puts their own spin on it! This is not a judged event.
January 7, 2026 at 7:45 PM
Let’s celebrate Cosplay with Octavia’s first Pattern Magic of Cosplay! We are bringing the idea of the “Single Pattern Contest” from CostumeCon to Zenkaikon! The person takes a commercial pattern listed below and puts their own spin on it! This is not a judged event.
Did you know? #Zenkaikon 2016, the 10th anniversary, was held April 1-3, w/5,760 total attendance. Our charity was the Leukemia Research Foundation, we debuted new cosplay/other programming, and guest Dante Basco (Zuko/Rufio) held an epic open mic poetry slam! #20thanniversary
January 2, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Did you know? #Zenkaikon 2016, the 10th anniversary, was held April 1-3, w/5,760 total attendance. Our charity was the Leukemia Research Foundation, we debuted new cosplay/other programming, and guest Dante Basco (Zuko/Rufio) held an epic open mic poetry slam! #20thanniversary
Happy New Year! We hope you had a fantastic year and we will see you in March!
January 1, 2026 at 5:03 AM
Happy New Year! We hope you had a fantastic year and we will see you in March!
Today's the last day before the badge prices increase. Act now before they do, and save some money! buff.ly/Rv71GXl
December 31, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Today's the last day before the badge prices increase. Act now before they do, and save some money! buff.ly/Rv71GXl
Last Call to become a Cosplay Judge for Zenkaikon 2026! Form Closes on December 31st. buff.ly/qsMVlHb
December 31, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Last Call to become a Cosplay Judge for Zenkaikon 2026! Form Closes on December 31st. buff.ly/qsMVlHb
Did you know? Zenkaikon 2015 (3/27-3/29) attendance broke 5,000 warm bodies for the first time! Matt Mercer, Brina Palencia and Lauren Landa held their popular “Titan Talk” panel and Zim (Richard Horvitz) and Gir (Rikki Simons) "invaded" Lancaster! #20thanniversary #zenkaikon
December 27, 2025 at 3:39 PM
Did you know? Zenkaikon 2015 (3/27-3/29) attendance broke 5,000 warm bodies for the first time! Matt Mercer, Brina Palencia and Lauren Landa held their popular “Titan Talk” panel and Zim (Richard Horvitz) and Gir (Rikki Simons) "invaded" Lancaster! #20thanniversary #zenkaikon
Cosplayers! Interested in becoming a Judge for Zenkaikon? Check out how to join us for 2026.
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December 22, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Cosplayers! Interested in becoming a Judge for Zenkaikon? Check out how to join us for 2026.
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Attention Cosplayers! Masquerade Rules have been updated for 2026's competition!
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Updated Rules can be found here: buff.ly/nZFJy2x
December 21, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Attention Cosplayers! Masquerade Rules have been updated for 2026's competition!
Updated Rules can be found here: buff.ly/nZFJy2x
Updated Rules can be found here: buff.ly/nZFJy2x
3 Months until Zenkaikon's 20th Anniversary! Hope to see you there!
December 20, 2025 at 8:30 PM
3 Months until Zenkaikon's 20th Anniversary! Hope to see you there!
Attention All Idols! Your Idol Fest info is here! Get those light sticks ready! Come join us as we celebrate our adoration and love of all things Idol! Information for Idol Fest can be found here! buff.ly/C1gJWJJ
*Pre-registration opens for Idol Fest, February 1st at 10am EST
*Pre-registration opens for Idol Fest, February 1st at 10am EST
December 19, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Attention All Idols! Your Idol Fest info is here! Get those light sticks ready! Come join us as we celebrate our adoration and love of all things Idol! Information for Idol Fest can be found here! buff.ly/C1gJWJJ
*Pre-registration opens for Idol Fest, February 1st at 10am EST
*Pre-registration opens for Idol Fest, February 1st at 10am EST
Did you know? Zenkaikon 2014 was held on 4/25-4/27/14 in Lancaster, PA, had about 4,422 total attendance, was the last appearance of beloved author CJ Henderson, and featured the legendary Jim Cummings in a Disney Afternoon panel hosted by Uncle Yo! #20thanniversary #zenkaikon
December 18, 2025 at 3:39 PM
Did you know? Zenkaikon 2014 was held on 4/25-4/27/14 in Lancaster, PA, had about 4,422 total attendance, was the last appearance of beloved author CJ Henderson, and featured the legendary Jim Cummings in a Disney Afternoon panel hosted by Uncle Yo! #20thanniversary #zenkaikon
Did you know? In March of 2013, Zenkaikon moved to its current home, the Lancaster County Convention Center! Congoers were introduced to their new surroundings by a video featuring staff members travelling from Philly to Lancaster. #20thanniversary #zenkaikon
December 11, 2025 at 6:37 PM
Did you know? In March of 2013, Zenkaikon moved to its current home, the Lancaster County Convention Center! Congoers were introduced to their new surroundings by a video featuring staff members travelling from Philly to Lancaster. #20thanniversary #zenkaikon
Less than 24 hours before the application for panels/workshops/presentations closes! If you have a great idea to lead a program, please submit by 11:50 PM Eastern, Dec 07, 2025. Application Link: buff.ly/48zTK3v
December 6, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Less than 24 hours before the application for panels/workshops/presentations closes! If you have a great idea to lead a program, please submit by 11:50 PM Eastern, Dec 07, 2025. Application Link: buff.ly/48zTK3v
Was Hazbin Hotel S2 everything you ever wanted? We loved it! The songs were so powerful. Share your favorite moments and songs in the comments below!
#hazbinhotel
#hazbinhotel
December 5, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Was Hazbin Hotel S2 everything you ever wanted? We loved it! The songs were so powerful. Share your favorite moments and songs in the comments below!
#hazbinhotel
#hazbinhotel
Did you know? Zenkaikon temporarily moved to the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks in 2012 due to renovations at the VFCC. Our guest list featured Michele Knotz, Sonny Strait, Platform One, Samurai Dan and Jillian, and many more!#20thanniversary #zenkaikon
December 4, 2025 at 3:35 PM
Did you know? Zenkaikon temporarily moved to the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks in 2012 due to renovations at the VFCC. Our guest list featured Michele Knotz, Sonny Strait, Platform One, Samurai Dan and Jillian, and many more!#20thanniversary #zenkaikon
As a reminder, Ribbon Game group order submissions close on Monday, December 15! If you plan to order ribbons, submit them now! Email us at [email protected] if you need assistance with ribbon designs or the order form.
December 2, 2025 at 7:30 PM
As a reminder, Ribbon Game group order submissions close on Monday, December 15! If you plan to order ribbons, submit them now! Email us at [email protected] if you need assistance with ribbon designs or the order form.
The first half of #StrangersThings season 5 dropped over the weekend!
Have you already watched it? What are your predictions? Tell us in the comments (but please keep it spoiler-free!)
Have you already watched it? What are your predictions? Tell us in the comments (but please keep it spoiler-free!)
December 1, 2025 at 6:34 PM
The first half of #StrangersThings season 5 dropped over the weekend!
Have you already watched it? What are your predictions? Tell us in the comments (but please keep it spoiler-free!)
Have you already watched it? What are your predictions? Tell us in the comments (but please keep it spoiler-free!)
This just in! The application deadline for panels/workshops/presentations has been extended to Dec 07, 2025 at 11:59 pm. This is your last chance to get in your application for your fan-led programming! Application Link: buff.ly/48zTK3v
December 1, 2025 at 3:02 PM
This just in! The application deadline for panels/workshops/presentations has been extended to Dec 07, 2025 at 11:59 pm. This is your last chance to get in your application for your fan-led programming! Application Link: buff.ly/48zTK3v
Grab your Zenkaikon 2026 badges at the lowest price possible! From now through 12/1, get 15% off your membership and premium bundles. Use code BLKFRI26
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November 28, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Grab your Zenkaikon 2026 badges at the lowest price possible! From now through 12/1, get 15% off your membership and premium bundles. Use code BLKFRI26
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Did you know? Zenkaikon 2011 had many milestones: we became a 3-day event, moved to March, expanded into the Valley Forge Convention Center, became a not for profit, raised thousands of dollars for Japan Tsunami relief (and we were featured on NPR)! #20thanniversary #zenkaikon
November 26, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Did you know? Zenkaikon 2011 had many milestones: we became a 3-day event, moved to March, expanded into the Valley Forge Convention Center, became a not for profit, raised thousands of dollars for Japan Tsunami relief (and we were featured on NPR)! #20thanniversary #zenkaikon
Programming applications close 11:59 PM on Monday, Dec 1st!
November 26, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Programming applications close 11:59 PM on Monday, Dec 1st!
We're thrilled to announce that writer Josh Trujillo (@losthiskeysman.bsky.social) will be joining us at #Zenkaikon2026
Trujillo has written for many iconic characters, including Blue Beetle, Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, X-Men, and more. Don't miss your opportunity to meet him!
Trujillo has written for many iconic characters, including Blue Beetle, Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, X-Men, and more. Don't miss your opportunity to meet him!
November 25, 2025 at 3:01 PM
We're thrilled to announce that writer Josh Trujillo (@losthiskeysman.bsky.social) will be joining us at #Zenkaikon2026
Trujillo has written for many iconic characters, including Blue Beetle, Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, X-Men, and more. Don't miss your opportunity to meet him!
Trujillo has written for many iconic characters, including Blue Beetle, Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, X-Men, and more. Don't miss your opportunity to meet him!
We’re thrilled to announce that Dante Basco will be returning for our 20th Anniversary at #Zenkaikon2026
You may know him from one of his many roles—Prince Zuko (Avatar: TLA), Rufio (Hook), Jake Long (American Dragon), and many more!
Don't miss the opportunity to meet him! Grab your badge now!
You may know him from one of his many roles—Prince Zuko (Avatar: TLA), Rufio (Hook), Jake Long (American Dragon), and many more!
Don't miss the opportunity to meet him! Grab your badge now!
November 20, 2025 at 3:03 PM
We’re thrilled to announce that Dante Basco will be returning for our 20th Anniversary at #Zenkaikon2026
You may know him from one of his many roles—Prince Zuko (Avatar: TLA), Rufio (Hook), Jake Long (American Dragon), and many more!
Don't miss the opportunity to meet him! Grab your badge now!
You may know him from one of his many roles—Prince Zuko (Avatar: TLA), Rufio (Hook), Jake Long (American Dragon), and many more!
Don't miss the opportunity to meet him! Grab your badge now!